Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner – PMHNP
Health Brigade (HB) is seeking a part-time (20-25 hours) Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to complete psychiatric assessments and provide medication management to clients. The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner will evaluate, diagnose, and treat clients with mental health concerns. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of and be comfortable working with diverse populations, including but not limited to communities of color, LGBTQ communities, and low-income communities.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited graduate nurse practitioner program and certified as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.
- Current active Virginia Board of Nursing license to practice independently as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
- Current DEA prescriptive authority
- Experience working with other professionals (across disciplines) to ensure best practice and address clinical concerns.
- Skilled in the use of technology, software, and an electronic medical record.
Preferred Experience
- 1 or more years of experience working with diverse and underrepresented populations.
- Interest & experience in trauma informed care.
- Interest & experience in substance use disorders.
- Spanish-speaking.
Candidate will be expected to keep accurate and timely records (e.g., appointments, progress notes, referrals) using HB’s electronic medical record and to follow HIPAA guidelines regarding confidentiality. Computer skills are required and proficiency in Microsoft Office products preferred. Health Brigade also requires up-to-date vaccinations for influenza and COVID.
Candidate must be able to work collaboratively with a variety of staff within the organization as well as independently. HB expects candidate to have a strong work ethic, commitment to our mission and values, demonstrated knowledge and sensitivity related to anti-racism, social justice, multicultural issues, and ability to interact effectively with diverse individuals and groups. The successful candidate must possess skills that support and enable sound decision making, strong personal and professional boundaries, good judgement, and confidentiality.
Knowledge and Skills
- Outstanding interpersonal skills
- Ability to work flexibly and collaboratively as part of multiple teams
- Knowledge of adult mental health issues
- Strong organizational skills
- Effective oral and written communication skills
Weekly Schedule
Work Setting
- Outpatient
- Hybrid model (in-person and telehealth)
Compensation
Compensation starts at $50 per hour. This position includes generous PTO and holiday schedule and an extremely flexible work environment (remote and in-person). Health Brigade is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Benefits
- Generous paid time off and holiday schedule
- Flexible work environment (hybrid model)
- 403(b)
- Dental and Vision insurance
- Life and Disability insurance
- Flexible spending account
To Apply:
- Email resume and a list of three professional references to: [email protected]
- Complete the application here: https://form.jotform.com/223536031622143
Any resume sent without the accompanying application or references will not be considered.
No phone calls please.
Vaccine Coordinator
Health Brigade is currently seeking a full-time or part-time Vaccine Coordinator. The Vaccine Coordinator will oversee all aspects of vaccine administration with the goal of expanding vaccine education and access to the diverse population served by our on-site and outreach community programs.
JOB DESCRIPTION
We are looking for a Vaccine Coordinator to help us expand vaccine education and access within our Comprehensive Harm Reduction (CHR)/Needle Exchange program. In conjunction with the Medical Director, the Clinic Manager and the members of the Health Outreach team, the Vaccine Coordinator will develop and implement a program to expand education, access, and uptake to all vaccines that Health Brigade (HB) has access to. The Vaccine Coordinator will oversee all operations of vaccine management and will participate in program development, and will ensure that licensed, trained volunteers are available in the field to provide vaccine services. This role works closely with our program staff, volunteers, and partner organizations. The Vaccine Coordinator is responsible for education, vaccine administration, and record keeping including quality data management.
EMPLOYMENT QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimal training as RN with nursing license in the State of Virginia
- Bilingual preferred
- Current BLS
- Experience with vaccine administration and patient education
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong clinical management skills (staff and volunteer training, supervision, and scheduling)
- Advanced computer skills including but not limited to use of Word, Excel, Outlook and electronic medical records
- Strong leadership skills
- Sound decision-making and professional judgement
- Ordering, administering, and inventory control of vaccines including tracking usage, wastage and administration, and updating the Virginia Immunization Information System (VIIS) and the electronic health record to accurately reflect vaccine usage.
- Develops and maintains updated administrative policies and materials necessary for vaccine administration such as vaccine standing orders, pre-vaccination checklists, consent forms and vaccine information statements.
- Leads program development of a vaccine education and implementation strategy that is tailored to the various patients and clients who seek our services in the medical clinic and out in the community, including but not limited to:
- RWB (case management program for persons living with AIDS)
- HIV prevention programs
- CHR program/needle exchange
- Community partners (Latinx outreach programs, VA League for Safer Streets, etc.)
- Participates in community outreach activities to provide vaccine education and administration.
- Develops and implements a plan to ensure that Medical Clinic patients are advised of the vaccines for which they are eligible and routinely notified when they are due for immunization.
- Educates staff, volunteers and the community on the importance of vaccines, including development of educational materials.
- Supervises the training and work of staff and volunteer vaccine educators/vaccinators and maintains training records.
- Quality data management to ensure rigorous internal controls and patient safety, and to monitor improvements in vaccine uptake throughout the organization.
- Works closely with partner organizations on cooperative efforts for community acceptance and participation in the vaccine program.
- Other responsibilities as assigned.
COMPENSATION
Compensation is commensurate with experience. Full benefit package with paid vacation and holidays
TO APPLY
Email to: Polly Foster [email protected].
Any resume sent without the accompanying cover letter, resume, references and application will not be considered.
No phone calls please.
Health Brigade is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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